In this last section from Denmark to Albany we begin inland but then follow the amazing wild coastline of the great Southern Ocean, passing through swathes of spring wildflowers, white sand beaches and enjoying those last sunsets and moments with Tramily in the huts and on the track.

The section from Walpole to Denmark is many people’s favourite part of the Bibbulmun, and we can see why. It really has everything: sandy beaches, rocky headlands and rockpools, high cliffs, towering karri, massive tingle trees, coastal heath ablaze with colour, a treetop walk amongst the forest canopy and even fun estuary crossings on foot and by canoe. The scenery changes not daily but hourly, with fabulous views every day.

Here is how we tweaked the “standard” itinerary for a more leisurely pace, and to make some of more demanding sections less so. As always, you learn about the hike while hiking, so we’re also sharing what we learnt through the hike that would have made it even easier, as well as answers to questions we were often asked.

It’s party time for Orchid enthusiasts on the Bibbulmun Track. We spotted and photographed over 85 different species in flower during our hike… and all are included in our orchid gallery attached to this post!

There are some potentially long days on the Bibbulmun Track but there are ways to make most of them easier. Specific examples are provided for the Bibbulmun but the techniques can be applied to most multiday hikes so at least two or three or them should suit your hike.

The Bibbulmun Track passes through many different environments; we saw an astonishing 85 different orchid species and hybrids.

The section from Pemberton to Walpole is exciting. You get to experience the famous (or infamous!) Pingerup Plains, the swamps comprising days of wading. You’ll see the first giant tingle trees, large enough to literally drive a truck through. And you’ll walk the first beaches and dunes.

Balingup to Pemberton is known to be a scenic but demanding one if done the standard way; but there are plenty of good options to make it more leisurely and enjoyable, including stop overs in some delightful places.

The four day stretch from Collie to Balingup has some long but beautiful days as you pass through regenerating scrub with spectacular wildflowers, diverse conservation parks and picturesque farmland.

Through this section of the Bibbulmun thru-hike from Dwellingup to Collie townships you'll wander through beautiful Jarrah forests, ever-increasing wildflowers plus patches of picturesque farmland.

This section of the Bibbulmun thru-hike takes you from Brookton Highway to the first town of Dwellingup. There are more great scenery, practical tips about huts, gear and campsites, and further insights into the ever-challenging and changing thru-hiking mindset.

Wildflowers, easy days and great company: our first stage from Kalamunda to Brookton was the ideal way to get warmed up for this 1000 km thru hike.